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Its rounded shape is an important clue because weapons tipped with flint or stone generally produce openings with flatter or more angular edges.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 31, 2026

In response to complaints of speeding, he said, Raman’s office helped get four speed tables — a flatter, wider version of speed bumps — installed in the intersection near his business last year.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 26, 2026

Among the newly popular offerings: a slouchier, lower-rise version of its flagship jean sold as 501 ’90s, and its wedgie bootcut fit, which was designed to flatter the backside.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 4, 2026

Yet even moving to a flatter yield-curve environment can have negative consequences.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 22, 2026

“I flatter myself I know a touch more about Hagrid’s arrest than you do, Mr. Weasley,” said Lockhart in a self-satisfied tone.

From "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets" by J. K. Rowling

But strip out the popular Mini Kelly handbag, which flatters the average premium, and larger versions of the Kelly and Birkin sell at par to retail prices once the auctioneers’ commission is factored in.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 26, 2026

Crypto markets have billions in wash trading — fake volume that flatters momentum and dupes newcomers.

From MarketWatch ● Dec. 8, 2025

"Maybe 3-1 flatters us, but we did enough to win the game. Results are the only thing that qualify you for a major tournament."

From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2025

Popular entertainment not only diverts viewers; it habitually flatters them.

From Salon ● Feb. 19, 2024

Her appreciation for these details flatters him; it occurs to him that he has never spoken of his experiences in India to any American friend.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri

Although there were some big plays, the game was not as entertaining as anticipated as ASU claimed a 24-17 win that flattered Kansas.

From BBC ● Sep. 20, 2026

“I was surprised — and flattered — to find myself on the guest list.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026

Again, I was surprised — and flattered — to find myself on the guest list, and naturally I wanted to know what the occasion was.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 4, 2026

For the fiscal third quarter ended June 30, a decline in diagnostics revenue also dragged down the group’s top-line, while tariff refunds flattered its bottom line.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026

Most theatrical producers would likely be flattered by such a remark.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern

WSJ | Buy Side: Upgrade your athleisure wardrobe with these comfy, flattering men’s joggers.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 13, 2026

On the other, law enforcement can also request AI conversations, courts can subpoena AI chat logs and chatbots can provide inaccurate information while also flattering people, he said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 8, 2026

Earlier that morning, Axios co-founder Jim VandeHei published a flattering bulletin placing Schmitt atop the speculative short list to be Vice President JD Vance’s 2028 running mate, quoting admirers of the senator.

From Salon ● Oct. 1, 2026

Elsewhere, Everton's tale of the tape is not so flattering.

From BBC ● Sep. 28, 2026

I flip them over correctly, along the most flattering part in my hairline.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali